Historic House Listings

Staircase is a work of art! Wheeler – Woolner Mansion, Circa 1877 in Illinois. $265,000

July 22, 2022

The staircase in this house is a work of art! The atrium is pretty cool. The Wheeler – Woolner Mansion was built in 1877. It is located on .27 acres in Peoria, Illinois. The home features tall ceilings, crown molding, hardwood floors, wide baseboards, pocket doors, built-ins, original mantels, floor to ceiling windows, wainscoting and a grand staircase. There is an updated kitchen and a full basement with family room. Four bedrooms, four bathrooms and 5,553 square feet. $265,000

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From the Zillow listing:

 

Welcome to the prestigious Victorian Wheeler/Woolner house! This beautiful home offers so many opportunities! Inside the grand entrance you’ll find a sprawling main floor, including a formal library with built-in shelves, a two story glass solarium and an updated kitchen. The grand staircase, with an ornate carved banister, will take you to the 2nd floor which has 4 bedrooms, including a spacious master bedroom and beautiful bath. The walk-up attic has plenty of room for storage. Two new furnaces added in 2021 and radon system. The basement has a great family room area with marble flooring. There is a 3 stall detached garage and private deck. The seller has a large file of historical information that she’s compiled and is in the library. This home is being sold as-is.

 

 

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